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Webster's Dictionary of Word Origins

By: Barnes & Noble Books

Type: Hardcover

Product Line: Historical Reference Books (Barnes & Noble Books)

Last Stocked on 10/14/2021

Product Info

Title
Webster's Dictionary of Word Origins
Category
Publish Year
2004
Pages
526
Dimensions
5.25x8.75x1.5"
NKG Part #
2147881853
Type
Hardcover

Description

Fascinating word histories - more than 1500 articles, written in a witty, conversational style, describe how English words like "icicle" and "dollar" have come to us from other languages and evolved over time. Also described are words like "workaholic" which have been coined only recently.

Easy to use - the articles are arranged in alphabetical order with numerous cross-references to which the reader can refer for additional information.

An armchair adventure for the word lovers - this volume is an invaluable addition to the libraries of students and amateur etymologist alike, providing useful information and entertaining reading.